04/11/2008

Police Investigate Alleged Barracks Sexual Assault

Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault at an Army training centre in Hampshire.

According to reports, officers searched The Prince Philip Barracks in Bordon, Hampshire, following reports from a female soldier of an alleged attack.

The incident is suspected to have taken place early on Saturday.

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) said that an incident had taken place at the barracks, but declined to comment further.

"Detectives in Alton are investigating an allegation of serious sexual assault," a Hampshire police spokesman said. "Officers are working closely with the Army. No-one has been arrested."

The barracks are home to the Army's School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering.

(JM)

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